Upcoming Educational Event Featuring New and Improved Ostomy Products

Medical professional removing the backing off of an ostomy appliance in preparation for placement.

Brookings Health System is hosting a free educational event discussing new and improved ostomy products on Monday, Feb. 26 from 7 to 8 p.m. in Brookings Hospital Conference Room A. Lisa Malone, certified wound ostomy nurse, will lead the event.

“I want my patients to see some of the new products available in the last five years. There have been some advancements and changes, especially for my patients that have had an ostomy for 10 or 20 years, which they might not be aware of, “said Malone.

Malone will introduce what new products are available, how they can benefit ostomy patients, alternate options for current products, different companies that carry needed supplies and information on ostomy support in the Brookings community.

Products will not be for sale at the event, but Malone will assist patients with getting any information they may need following.

Malone hopes to host an educational event every quarter, making the next one in April. The topic will be based on the feedback received from the February session.

About Brookings Health System
Brookings Health System, located in Brookings, South Dakota, includes a 49-bed hospital, a 79-bed The Neighborhoods at Brookview nursing home, Brookhaven Estates senior living apartments, Yorkshire Eye Clinic, Arlington Medical Center and White Medical Clinic. It is a non-profit, city-owned facility that offers the community a full range of inpatient, outpatient, surgical and extended care services. The emergency room is staffed 24 hours a day and provides around the clock patient needs ranging from minor injuries to life threatening crises. For more information about the services offered at Brookings Health System, please call (605) 696-9000 or visit us on the Web at brookingshealth.org.